Hitched by Obie - Ceremony Packages & Options
Serving Lovebirds across the State of Ohio and All Locations Beyond.
Every love story deserves a ceremony that feels personal, joyful, and unforgettable. Hitched by Obie offers three ceremony experiences designed to honor your story, your values, and the moment you are moving into together.
Love is loved at Hitched by Obie. Whether romantic, joyful, spiritual, themed, costumed, offbeat, or deeply reflective, each ceremony experience feels authentic to who the couple is — as individuals and as partners.
From full celebrations to intimate gatherings and simple exchanges of vows, every ceremony is crafted with warmth, intention, and care.
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Initial Consultation - Free
Let's meet, connect, and talk about your vision for the day.The full Obie experience — deeply personal, fully custom, and crafted to honor your love story.
This experience is designed for couples who want a meaningful, immersive, and fully personalized experience. Obie collaborates with you to create a ceremony that reflects your journey, your values, and the commitments you are making.
Includes:
- Fully custom ceremony script written from scratch
- Story‑gathering session to learn your journey, values, and vision
- Up to 4 personalized consultations via phone or Zoom
- Vow‑writing support (optional)
- Unlimited email check‑ins leading up to the ceremony
- Up to 2 unity rituals of your choice (you provide materials)
- Arrival 45–60 minutes prior to ceremony start
- Officiating your ceremony (up to 1 hour) and solemnizing your marriage
- Unlimited guests welcomed
- Signing and filing your marriage license
- Transparent Ceremony Agreement
- Included Keepsake: One printed Lovebirds Keepsake Script, signed by Obie with a short-handwritten note, presented in an elegant folder
- Priority booking
Payment: A 50% non‑refundable retainer is required to reserve your date. Remaining balance due 14 days before the ceremony via Zelle or PayPal.
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The Personalized Ceremony - $1000
A warm, meaningful ceremony with light customization.
This ceremony is ideal for couples who want a heartfelt experience with personalized elements, without the full custom script.
Includes:
- Lightly customized ceremony script based on a curated template
- Up to 2 consultations via phone or Zoom
- Email support leading up to the ceremony
- 1 unity ritual included (you provide materials)
- Arrival 30 minutes prior to ceremony start
- Officiating your ceremony (up to 30 minutes) and solemnizing your marriage
- Unlimited guests welcomed
- Signing and filing your marriage license
- Transparent Ceremony Agreement
Payment: A 50% non‑refundable retainer is required to reserve your date. Remaining balance due 14 days before the ceremony via Zelle or PayPal.
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The Love O'Lopement - $500
Short, sweet, intimate, and meaningful.
This experience is perfect for couples planning a short, intimate moment and a simple exchange of vows.
Includes:
- Short, pre‑written ceremony (5–10 minutes)
- Arrival 30 minutes prior to ceremony start
- Officiating your ceremony and solemnizing your marriage
- Unlimited guests welcomed
- Signing and filing your marriage license
- Transparent Ceremony Agreement
Payment: A 50% non‑refundable retainer is required to reserve your date. Remaining balance due 14 days before the ceremony via Zelle or Paypal. For O'Lopements booked within 14 days, full payment is required at booking via cash or Zelle. Same‑day O'Lopements are welcomed pending availability, full payment is required at booking via cash or Zelle.
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A beautifully printed copy of your ceremony script, presented in an elegant folder and signed by Obie with a short-handwritten note. A meaningful keepsake to honor the moment you shared and the story you continue to write together.
- Included in the Signature Ceremony
- Additional printed copies — $40 each
(Digital copies are not offered.)
Add-Ons & Enhancements
Rehearsal - $300
A rehearsal helps ensure a smooth, seamless ceremony.
Includes:
- Walk‑through of the ceremony flow
- Final adjustments to the script
- Coordination with your wedding party
- Rehearsal typically lasts 20–45 minutes
Your ceremony marks either the beginning or the renewal of a lifelong partnership. Relationship coaching sessions help to strengthen your union with aligned clarity, open communication, and shared purpose.
- Single 60‑minute session — $200
- 3‑session bundle — $500
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Travel & Destination Ceremonies
Local Travel
- $150 travel fee within a 60‑mile radius of Columbus
- $250 travel fee beyond 60 miles
Destination Ceremonies
Obie is available for ceremonies across the country and internationally. Destination packages include:
- Ceremony fee ($3,000)
- Travel (airfare or mileage)
- Lodging
- Per diem
- Custom quotes available.
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Payment & Booking Policies
A non‑refundable 50% retainer is required to reserve your date. This retainer holds your date on Obie’s calendar and allows him to begin preparing your ceremony.
The remaining balance is due 14 days before your ceremony and may be paid via Zelle or PayPal.
For bookings made within 14 days of the ceremony, full payment is required at the time of booking.
For same‑day O'Lopements or urgent bookings, Zelle or cash may be accepted at Obie’s discretion.
Services begin once the retainer has been paid and the Ceremony Agreement has been signed.
(Cash day‑of payments are not accepted for standard bookings.)
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Ready To Get Hitched by Obie?
If you’re ready to create a ceremony that feels personal, joyful, and unforgettable, Obie would be honored to be part of your day.